Removing tapes after eyelid surgery: Can it be removed after 4 days?

March 25, 2014
Asked By:Jasbelle

I understand I have to wait for 7 days to take sutures out but could I take tape off on eyelids surgery after 4 days? Tape was put on tight that it can't be all good...could bacteria get build on since it's tightly on my eyelids? Is it safe to & how do I remove the tape? Soap?

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March 30, 2014

Answer: Generally it is not necessary or desirable to tape the eyelids after eyelid surgery.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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March 30, 2014

Answer: Generally it is not necessary or desirable to tape the eyelids after eyelid surgery.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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Answer: Removing tapes after eyelid surgery...

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Answer: Removing tapes after eyelid surgery...

March 30, 2014

Answer: Tape on eyes for surgery

March 30, 2014

Answer: Tape on eyes for surgery

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